1991 Mitsubishi Sigma vs. 2012 Volkswagen Touran
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Touran is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Mitsubishi Sigma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Mitsubishi Sigma would be higher. At 2,972 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Mitsubishi Sigma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Mitsubishi Sigma (202 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2012 Volkswagen Touran. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Mitsubishi Sigma should accelerate faster than 2012 Volkswagen Touran. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Mitsubishi Sigma weights approximately 356 kg more than 2012 Volkswagen Touran. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Volkswagen Touran (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Mitsubishi Sigma. (270 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Touran will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Mitsubishi Sigma.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Mitsubishi Sigma | 2012 Volkswagen Touran | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Volkswagen |
| Model | Sigma | Touran |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2972 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1224 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2680 mm |
